Newbie in Boston Area
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Topic: Newbie in Boston Area
Posted By: smithb
Subject: Newbie in Boston Area
Date Posted: 2/12/07 at 9:43am
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Well, after lurking and reading for a while on the NASGA boards, I figured I would post and introduce my newbie-self to the membership. I'm a former DIII college thrower (hammer ~150', weight ~47', and shot, ~40') who is looking to get back into throwing, and thought that the HG looked like a fun way to do it, especially since I'm half Scottish. After a few years layoff, I've been hitting the gym rather hard looking to get strong enough to throw around the caber and 56#.
I'm located just north of Boston and am looking for anyone in the area who might be interested in tutoring a newbie to the HG. Drop me a line if you're in the area. Thanks.
Brandon |
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Posted By: dWood
Date Posted: 2/12/07 at 2:01pm
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Contact 17/20(Mr Donald Stewart-or Hollywood-just don't ask him to do BLUE STEEL)...Wayne Hill(ask him a tough math or enginering question and watch how fast he gets back to you...or Dave Cheney..use the PM on this site all Mass.throwers willing to work with ya...dWood(NYC) ------------- JUST BRING IT / SPEED KILLS..BUT STRENGTH PUNISHES |
Posted By: AlDargie
Date Posted: 2/13/07 at 11:37am
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Welcome. I'm no expert but love training sessions. I'm in Southern Maine so not too far away. I am in gym mode right now but will start throwing again Apr 1 snow or no. PM or email me at adargie@yahoo.com and I will help if I can. Al ------------- Dyin' ain't much of a living, boy. - Outlaw Josey Wales |
Posted By: mcdonl
Date Posted: 2/14/07 at 5:09am
Ah, another rebel from the south! I too am in Southern Maine and will be looking for throwing partners. Also, I am the AD for the Maine Games. Email me if you are interested in competing this year. Leroy mcdonl@mmc.org ------------- Leroy McDonough |
smithb wrote:Posted By: smithb
Date Posted: 2/15/07 at 2:29am
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Wow, such quick responses. Thanks everyone. dWood, I'll get in touch with the guys you listed. Dave Cheney is the AD for the St. Jude Games right? I was looking at maybe slating that as my first games since it's close to home and I know I'm free that weekend. Al and Leroy, I'll drop you an email to get more details. Leroy, I took a look at the Maine HG site and will have to check to see if I'm free that weekend, but looks like it could be fun. Plus I saw that the Clan of Honor this year is the MacDougalls, which would be cool since I'm a MacDougall on my mother's side. |
Posted By: mcdonl
Date Posted: 2/16/07 at 11:40am
Very nice. I am looking for someone who will be representing the MacDougall clan! Maybe you will be the one, it will win you unwanted recognition and embarrassment! Whats not to love! mailto:mcdonl@mmc.org - mcdonl@mmc.org Leroy ------------- Leroy McDonough |
Posted By: 17/20
Date Posted: 2/18/07 at 4:05am
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SmithB- I PM'd you. ------------- I MAY BE BIG , BUT I'M FAST |